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Michael GAINEY

2026 · Wellington

Died 7 September 2026Posted 9 September 2026

Passed away peacefully at home on Monday, 7 September 2026, having lived a wonderful 97 years. Much loved and devoted husband of Anne. Proud father of Catherine, Michelle, and Michael. Loved father-in-law to Wally, Brian, and Rachel. Cherished "Poppa" to Tez, John, Billy, Lliam, Brie, and Dan, and his 14 great-grandchildren. Dearly missed by treasured family members in Ireland and around the world. All messages to the Gainey family c/- 167 John F Kennedy Drive, Palmerston North 4414. A Rosary will be said at St Marys Church, Ruahine Street, Palmerston North, at 7pm Thursday, 10 September, followed by a Requiem Mass to celebrate Mike's life at 10.30am, Friday, 11 September 2026, and he will rest at Kelvin Grove Cemetery.

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St Marys Church

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